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What to eat & drink in France? Top 80 French Fruits

Last update: Wed Apr 23 2025
Top 80 French Fruits
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Best French Fruit Types

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Gewurztraminer is a pink-skinned grape that produces some of the most aromatic and complex white wines in the world. The exact origin of Gewurztraminer is hard to trace, but the grape is related to Traminer family that is cultivated across Europe, and although Gewurztraminer has shown success in Germany, Austria, Australia, Washington and California, the French Alsace region remains its foreground.


Alsace produces varietals that are rich and typically deeply colored, often low in acidity and high in alcohol with exotic aromas of lychee and rose petals. Their character and the body heavily depends on the terroir and ripeness of the grapes, and they may range from dry to off-dry and sweet styles. 
THE BEST Gewurztraminer d'Alsace Wine Varieties
1 Iphöfer Kalb Gewürztraminer Trockenbeerenauslese
Weingut Hans Wirsching
Iphöfer Kalb Gewürztraminer Trockenbeerenauslese

4.8

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Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold 2022

2 Petgen-Dahm Gewürztraminer-Sekt b.A. "Les deux dames" klassische Flaschengärung
Weingut Ökonomierat Petgen-Dahm
Petgen-Dahm Gewürztraminer-Sekt b.A. "Les deux dames" klassische Flaschengärung

3.4

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Asia Wine Trophy - Grand Gold 2017

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A specialty of the Lorraine region in France since the 16th century, these plums are small with a striking yellow to golden color. Their flesh has a smooth, fine texture and on the outside, the skin has numerous tiny spots. Usually eaten fresh or cooked in jams and pies, Mirabelle plums have a sweet, delicate taste and are harvested in September.


A great thing about them is that they don't have a pit on the inside, so there is no need to manually remove it before cooking. The plums can also be used in tarts, souffles and sauces, and chefs are still inventing new recipes based on these unique plums.

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Pinot Gris, also known as Pinot Grigio and Grauburgunder, is a white grape variety whose origins are believed to be in Burgundy, but the grape has shown amazing potential in Alsace—the region with which it is mostly associated nowadays.


In Alsace, Pinot Gris is considered a noble grape. In the past, it was mistakenly related with Hungarian Tokaj, and it was often called Tokaj d'Alsace. The wines made from Pinot Gris considerably differ in character than those found in other wine-growing regions. 
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Wine Variety

RHÔNE-ALPES, France
4.3
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Viognier is a grape variety with unclear origins that found its home in the northern Rhône, where it has been cultivated for centuries. It is best known as the single varietal used in the Condrieu appellation, though it is also used as a blending variety in Côte-Rôtie.


The grape makes heavily perfumed, mostly full-bodied wines whose character may range from light to rich and creamy. Typical flavors found in most Viognier wines include peach and apricots, while the aromas may range from lighter expressions of stone fruit, honeysuckle, and spring blossom to heartier notes of vanilla and spices. 
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Wine Variety

RHÔNE-ALPES, France
4.2
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Although Syrah is an internationally known grape that is planted worldwide, it attains distinctive character in northern Rhône—which is often dubbed as Mecca for Syrah. There are several theories about the origin of the grape, but it has been widely accepted that Syrah is native to France and that it probably originated somewhere in the Rhône valley.


Syrah-based wines from northern Rhône often differ in style, but they are powerful, full-bodied reds that can age exceptionally well. They usually display aromas of dark fruit that evolve into peppery, earthy, and herbaceous nuances. Northern Rhône is also home to the premier Syrah-based appellations such as Côte Rôtie, Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, and Cornas. 
THE BEST Syrah Wine Varieties
1 Syrah 2021
Clos du Lican
Syrah 2021

4.8

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James Suckling - 100 points 2024

2 2004 Ode to E Syrah
Sine Qua Non
2004 Ode to E Syrah

4.8

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Falstaff - 100

3 2003 The Inaugural Syrah Eleven Confessions Vineyard
Sine Qua Non
2003 The Inaugural Syrah Eleven Confessions Vineyard

4.8

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Falstaff - 100

4 2005 17th Nail in my Cranium Syrah
Sine Qua Non
2005 17th Nail in my Cranium Syrah

4.8

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Falstaff - 99

5 2004 Poker Face Syrah
Sine Qua Non
2004 Poker Face Syrah

4.8

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Falstaff - 99

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Wine Variety

RHÔNE-ALPES, France and  one more region
4.2
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Garnacha, also known as Grenache in France, is a widely cultivated red wine grape variety known for producing wines with rich, fruity flavors and high alcohol content. It is one of the most versatile and widely planted grape varieties in the world, thriving in warm, dry climates.


Garnacha grapes are typically medium to large in size with thin skins, which contribute to the grape's characteristic light color and relatively low tannin levels. Wines made from Garnacha often exhibit flavors of red fruits such as raspberry, strawberry, and cherry, along with spicy notes of white pepper, cinnamon, and hints of herbs and earthiness. 
THE BEST Grenache Wine Varieties
1 2022 Romas Grenache
Clarendon Hills
2022 Romas Grenache

4.5

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James Suckling - 97 points 2024

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The only clementine produced in France, Clémentine de Corse fruits are tiny, delicate, juicy, tangy and rich in vitamins. They are traditionally grown on the French island of Corsica, with its acidic, light soil and the maritime climate with the presence of mountains nearby.


Their skin is smooth, shiny and thin, and its color is a fiery shade of orange (the orange pigmentation comes from the cold). The fruit is hand-picked and sold fresh, which is visually identifiable by its thin green leaves still attached to the clementine. 
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Queen Victoria is a pineapple variety originating from the French island territory of Réunion, located in the Indian Ocean. These pineapples are very small, but they make up for it with their intense fragrance and sweet flavor. The flesh is light yellow, and the core is soft.


They're harvested from December to January and were introduced to the island in 1668. Due to the fruity and sweet flavors, these pineapples are considered to be the best in the world. Queen Victorias are eaten as they are or used in ice creams, desserts, and cakes. 
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Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's most widely recognized and celebrated red wine grape varieties. Originating from the Bordeaux region of France, it has spread to virtually every major wine-producing country, becoming a key component of many of the world's finest wines.


Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned for its ability to produce full-bodied, robust red wines with a high level of tannins and significant aging potential. The grape itself is small and thick-skinned, which contributes to its deep color and rich tannic structure. 
THE BEST Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Varieties
1 The Connemara
Quails' Gate Winery
The Connemara

4.9

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Vivino - 4.5

2 Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine
Inniskillin Winery
Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine

4.9

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold 2022, 2021

3 Mr Riggs 2013 the Chap Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon
Mr. Riggs
Mr Riggs 2013 the Chap Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon

4.8

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Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold 2023, 2020

4 2021 Schrader Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard
Schrader Cellars
2021 Schrader Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard

4.8

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Falstaff - 100

5 2018 Bond Pluribus
Bond Wine
2018 Bond Pluribus

4.8

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Falstaff - 100

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Wine Variety

BURGUNDY, France
4.1
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Pinot Noir is a highly esteemed red wine grape variety known for producing some of the world's finest and most elegant wines. Originating from the Burgundy region of France, Pinot Noir is revered for its complex flavors, silky texture, and ability to express the nuances of its terroir.


Pinot Noir grapes are thin-skinned, making them more susceptible to disease and challenging to grow. They thrive best in cool to moderate climates, where they can develop their full range of flavors without overripening. The wines are typically light to medium-bodied with a pale to medium ruby color. 
THE BEST Pinot Noir Wine Varieties
1 Vieilles Vignes Françaises
Bollinger
Vieilles Vignes Françaises

4.9

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Falstaff - 99

2 La Cote Aux Enfants
Bollinger
La Cote Aux Enfants

4.9

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Falstaff - 99

3 PN VZ 15
Bollinger
PN VZ 15

4.9

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Falstaff - 99

4 Clos des Epenots
Château de Meursault
Clos des Epenots

4.8

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Decanter World Wine Awards - Best in Show 2023, 2021, 2019

5 Pinot Noir
Gusbourne
Pinot Noir

4.8

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Decanter World Wine Awards - Platinum 2017, 2016

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Wine Variety
BORDEAUX, France
4.1
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Pear
FRANCE  and  one more region
4.0
14
Wine Variety
PAYS DE LA LOIRE, France
4.0
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Wine Variety
BORDEAUX, France
3.9
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Wine Variety
BURGUNDY, France
3.9
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Apricot
PYRÉNÉES-ORIENTALES, France
3.9
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24
Wine Variety
GIRONDE, France
3.8
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Wine Variety
BURGUNDY, France
3.7
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Wine Variety
HAUTES-PYRÉNÉES, France
3.6
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Figs
SOLLIÈS-PONT, France
3.1
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Apricot
DRÔME, France  and  2 more regions
n/a
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32
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France
n/a
33
Wine Variety
TARN, France
n/a
34
Pear
BEAULIEU-SUR-LAYON, France
n/a
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Cherries
PAYS DE LA LOIRE, France
n/a
37
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France  and  one more country
n/a
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Grapes
TARN-ET-GARONNE, France
n/a
40
Wine Variety
BURGUNDY, France
n/a
41
Wine Variety
FRANCE  and  2 more regions
n/a
42
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France  and  one more region
n/a
43
Pear
APREMONT, France
n/a
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Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France
n/a
46
Wine Variety
LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON, France
n/a
47
Wine Variety
NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE, France
n/a
48
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France  and  one more region
n/a
49
Wine Variety
PYRÉNÉES-ATLANTIQUES, France
n/a
50
Banana
MARTINIQUE, Caribbean  and  one more country
n/a
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Apple
ALPES-DE-HAUTE-PROVENCE, France
n/a
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Wine Variety
LORRAINE, France
n/a
57
Wine Variety
NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE, France
n/a
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62
Wine Variety
SAVOIE, France
n/a
63
Wine Variety
CORSICA, France
n/a
64
Wine Variety
CENTRE-LOIRE VALLEY, France
n/a
65
Wine Variety
MIDI-PYRÉNÉES, France
n/a
66
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France
n/a
67
Wine Variety
CENTRE-LOIRE VALLEY, France
n/a
68
Wine Variety
LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE, France
n/a
69
Wine Variety
LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON, France
n/a
70
Wine Variety
OCCITANIE, France
n/a
71
Wine Variety
RHÔNE-ALPES, France  and  one more region
n/a
72
Wine Variety
MARSEILLAN, France
n/a
73
Wine Variety
PYRÉNÉES-ATLANTIQUES, France
n/a
74
Wine Variety
CORSICA, France  and  one more region
n/a
75
Wine Variety
HAUTE-GARONNE, France
n/a
76
Pear
ROUEN, France
n/a
77
Pear
BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, France
n/a
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80
Wine Variety
LOIR-ET-CHER, France
n/a

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